Mainland / Southwest Hiking Trails

Manning Park

Mowich Campground via Skyline I Trail

Try this 33.3-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

33.3 km

Elevation

+1,875m

Time

12 h 25 min

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Pitt Meadows

Check out this 15.0-km loop trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+42m

Time

2 h 46 min

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Expert

Dog Mountain Trail

Check out this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 15 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

5.8 km

Elevation

+926m

Time

4 h 15 min

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Moderate

Flood Falls

Enjoy this 1.0-km out-and-back trail near Chawathil 4, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 24 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1 km

Elevation

+70m

Time

24 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hicks Lake Beaver Pond Trail trail photo

Agassiz

Hicks Lake Beaver Pond Trail

Get to know this 1.1-km loop trail near Kent, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+32m

Time

18 min

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Hudson's Bay Company Heritage Trail trail photo

Expert

Point to Point

Hudson's Bay Company Heritage Trail

Enjoy this 71.1-km point-to-point trail near Fraser Valley B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 25 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

71.1 km

Elevation

+3,922m

Time

25 h 25 min

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Othello Tunnels via Kettle Valley Rail Trail trail photo

Othello Tunnels via Kettle Valley Rail Trail

Discover this 7.1-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.1 km

Elevation

+149m

Time

1 h 46 min

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Othello Tunnels

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

1.6 km

Elevation

+45m

Time

26 min

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Gibsons

Plumpers Cove Trail

Head out on this 4.5-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 19 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+151m

Time

1 h 19 min

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Vancouver

VanDusen Botanical Gardens

Experience this 2.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+38m

Time

39 min

No dogs Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Forest Lake Waterfall Wildflowers City walk

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Vancouver

Queen Elizabeth Park

Enjoy this 2.3-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.3 km

Elevation

+52m

Time

34 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Partially paved Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site City walk

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Bowen Island

Dorman Point Trail

Get to know this 2.4-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 49 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+112m

Time

49 min

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Grafton Road: Snug Cove to Tunstall Bay trail photo

Moderate

Bowen Island

Grafton Road: Snug Cove to Tunstall Bay

Experience this 15.6-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 56 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking, road biking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.6 km

Elevation

+340m

Time

3 h 56 min

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Snug Cove to Cape Roger Curtis Tour trail photo

Challenging

Bowen Island

Snug Cove to Cape Roger Curtis Tour

Check out this 28.8-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

28.8 km

Elevation

+822m

Time

2 h 2 min

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Hard

Yale

Spirit Caves Trail

Discover this 5.6-km out-and-back trail near Yale, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+552m

Time

2 h 2 min

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Menzies Trail to West Canyon trail photo

Point to Point

Maple Ridge

Menzies Trail to West Canyon

Try this 7.9-km point-to-point trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+183m

Time

2 h 2 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers

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